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1607 N HERSHEY RD BLOOMINGTON, IL
12 mi
At La Petite Academy of Bloomington, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Bloomington, IL. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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802 East Emerson Street BLOOMINGTON, IL
12 mi
Chanelle’s Childcare is a family-owned center location serving Bloomington Normal, Illinois. We offer a Play to Learn environment that includes each learning domain. Throughout the day our children are engaged through play in math, science, literacy, sensory, and social-emotional health activities. Our environment is set up to engage children in active, productive play throughout their day.
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At Cadence Academy Preschool on Main Street in Normal, we believe in making the most of childhood, which is why we take significant steps to ensure an exceptional education experience for the preschool children under our care.
At Cadence Academy Preschool, we understand that young children first start to comprehend their surroundings from an egocentric perspective. Building strong attachments with caregivers and sharing feelings can help children better understand their emotions, as well as…
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I am a licensed day care provider and I have 12 years of experience. I have worked with children that have special needs and I take yearly classes to ensure the safety and well being of any child in my daycare. We have a lot of fun and we do activities, field trips and arts and crafts. I love all of the children I watch and enjoy watching them grow and learn from day to day.
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212 N WILLIAMSBURG DR BLOOMINGTON, IL
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11 mi
At Fundamentals Early Learning Academy, we believe in a play-based approach to early childhood education. Our curriculum is designed to encourage exploration and learning through hands-on experiences. We strive to create a warm and nurturing environment that fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning. Our experienced and caring staff is dedicated to providing quality care for children ages newborn to preschool.
You can learn more about our programs and play-based curriculum by…
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Care Member says "We love Fundamentals. Everyone is super nice as soon as you walk through the door. They were so patient in helping my child transition into a school setting after being home with me everyday. She is in the preschool classroom with Miss Grace and she loves it! Best decision ever :)"
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We are a Montessori Pre-school and we offer year-round care and pre-school curriculum for 3-5 year olds.
In Montessori: children learn at their own pace,
develop independence/self confidence/a curiosity for learning.
They utilize self-correcting materials to inspire confidence for more complex tasks.
This results in happy, confident, independent children who are life-long learners!
We Offer: 3 mixed-age classrooms with 20 children each, with two highly qualified co-teachers per…
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Care Member says "Montessori Children's Centre is a treasure to our community. All 3 of our children had a great experience and were more than prepared for kindergarten. In additional to being a place children have fun learning, Montessori teaches life skills, social skills, responsibility, and accountability. We have always felt confident our children were safe at Montessori and have enjoyed working with the same administrators & teachers throughout the years."
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We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children. *We are now offering Flexipass. With Flexi-Pass, families can purchase 5 full days of prepaid care to use one at a time or all at once. There are no registration fees, no…
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*Opening Fall of 2016.
*Unique, Christian, full-time home daycare for 8 preschoolers
*Exclusively designed to prepare 4 - 5 year olds for kindergarten.
*Kids will develop firm foundations intellectually, spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally through reading, writing, arithmetic, music, exploration, play, problem solving, computers, arts and crafts, and much more!
*A lot of individual attention and tailored instruction will enhance the kids' preparation for…
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Rachel H says "We started our four year old son with Firm Foundations 4 kids in the fall of 2016. We have been overwhelmingly pleased with the instruction he's received and the progress he's made. Not only is he now writing, sounding out words, telling time, counting without difficulty, but he is also learning more about Jesus. We could not be more pleased!"
We are a licensed preschool serving children, ages 2-5. Our program is a well rounded one with plenty of learning and playing! We strive to educate the whole child with a program that is developmentally appropriate using activities for the day that are focused on the child as an individual. We believe PLAY is the work of children!
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Andrea B. says "Wonderful staff, good curriculum, and fun. My daughter loves Playmates!"
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A Shining Star Learning Center’s mission is to provide excellent early
childhood care and education to the families and children in our community.
Bringing out the shining stars in children 6 weeks to 12 years.
Why do we shine?
• Safety and Security
• Comfort and Attention
• Family Atmosphere
• Unique Curriculum
• Experienced and Trustworthy Staff
• Facility Designed with Young Children in Mind
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205 Dosher Street Congerville, IL
26 mi
Offering love and learning to children 6 weeks to 4 years in my home. Elementary Education Degree and ECE Credential Level 5.References available.
We are a home based licensed child care and preschool. We use the nationally accredited Mother goose time curriculum and add our own to supplement. Each monthly theme has a corresponding Bible theme. Your child will be assessed and the curriculum adjusted to meet their individual needs. We get messy, we believe in getting dirty and learning through play. We learn our letters and phonics, numbers, shapes....we experiment in science and sometimes we fix our own food. Learning should be…
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Mary B. says "Fun learning at its best!!! Motto is " it'll wash" because messes on accident or on purpose happen daily."
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Eastside Educational Center provides care for children ages 6 weeks through 12 years. All of our classes, infant through school-age, follow a standards-based curriculum with the intent of providing the children a solid learning foundation.
In addition to our daycare classrooms, EEC offers children 3-5 years old a State-Funded Preschool for All program, whether it be the part-day program, or full day preschool. This program is courtesy of a grant provided by the Illinois State Board of…
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16 Aspen Ct. Fairbury, IL
32 mi
The mission of Faithful Friends Christian Preschool & Daycare is to provide a loving, caring, developmentally appropriate environment where all children can learn and grow. We are a DCFS licensed childcare center located in the heart of Fairbury, IL.
It is the intent of Faithful Friends to provide the same type of loving, nurturing care environment children receive at home while also providing additional opportunity for social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth potential. We…
Why Choose Busy Bee Learning Center
While Busy Bee Learning Center has many reasons why it is unique and highly qualified to care for a family's most precious member, below are more specific reasons why a parent might choose BBLC as their child's "second home". It is important that parents visit all options of child care before making such an important decision.
Low Adult to Child Ratio:
Busy Bee Learning Center has two licensed adults caring for children! Two adults help to keep our adult…
Moochelle's Kid Kare located in Mt. Pulaski Illinois is a licensed childcare and education provider that offers a nurturing environment to children under its care. It serves infants. toddlers, pre-kindergartens and school age children. The center serves clients from Mondays to Fridays. As a DCFS licensed and NAFCC accredited institution, Moochelle's Kid Kare delivers quality care and education, operating under a Gold Circle of Quality Rating.
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We serve children 6 weeks to 12 years. We currently have two sights in decatur. We have bus service to many of the decatur schools and Head Start. Our teachers have been with us for many years and are dedicated to nurturing and caring for the development of your children.
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1126 Country Club Lane Rantoul, IL
37 mi
Licensed community child care that provides high quality education for children ages six weeks to 14 years old.
All our teachers have the education and credentials to teach young children supporting school readiness and preparing children for kindergarten.
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Fundamentals Early Learning Academy
We love Fundamentals. Everyone is super nice as soon as you walk through the door. They were so patient in helping my child transition into…
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MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S CENTRE
Montessori Children's Centre is a treasure to our community. All 3 of our children had a great experience and were more than prepared for…
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Firm Foundations 4 Kids
We started our four year old son with Firm Foundations 4 kids in the fall of 2016. We have been overwhelmingly pleased with the instruction…
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In 2026 what types of preschools can I find near me in Downs, IL?
There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Downs, IL. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Downs, IL for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
What should I look for in a good preschool program near me in Downs, IL?
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Downs, IL, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Downs, IL.
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